Reminder: Plastic Bag Ban Begins in March

Last year, the Kirkland City Council voted to ban most plastic bags at city businesses. That ban will take effect March 1, 2016. The ban prohibits single-use plastic bags. It allows for plastic bags such as those used for transporting bulk food, hardware items, frozen foods, meats, and newspapers. It also requires retail stores to charge customers at least five cent fee for recyclable paper bags.
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From the Kirkland Reporter article:

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Mayor Amy Walen, who voted in favor of the ordinance, has said a ban is necessary for environmental reasons.

“Kirkland is growing and we must grow in a smart way,” she said in a release. “I’m proud to see Kirkland adopt this consumer- and business-friendly legislation that shows Kirkland’s commitment to being responsible for our environment.”
The only councilmember to vote against the ordinance was Toby Nixon, who has voiced opposition to the idea of a plastic bag ban from the beginning.
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Other cities with plastic bag bans include Seattle, Issaquah, Bellingham, Shoreline and Mercer Island.

Find out more about the City's plastic bag ban here. They also have a FAQ for Shoppers here. 

So, after March 1 be sure to bring along your reusable shopping bag when stopping into Metropolitan Market, PCC or QFC. Otherwise, bring along .05¢. ​

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